ASTANA, March 27 (Xinhua) -- The U.S. Department of Defence and the Armed Forces of Tajikistan launched joint military exercises on Monday, according to local media,
About 150 American and 100 Tajik experts will take part in the exercises that will last till April 7.
The exercises aim at improving coordinated capacity in antiterrorist fight in the region and promoting long-term regional stability, said local media.
U.S. President Donald Trump wrote in his message to Tajik President Emomali Rahmon that his administration hopes to advance the common goals of regional security and stability.
In February, Tajikistan and the U.S. marked the 25th anniversary of the establishment of their diplomatic relations.
